DHX Media Ltd.

Production Coordinator, 3D

Description

Want to make awesome cartoons with amazingly talented teams in a cool new studio?

DHX Media – Vancouver is looking for an experienced Production Coordinator, 3D to join our team!

As a Production Coordinator for DHX Studios – Vancouver you will be responsible for maintaining records and reports for the department to track elements for the modeling and animation teams, supporting the production team and artists closely to ensure that the production meets key milestones on schedule. This position communicates updates to the team on a daily basis, arranges meetings and provides general administrative support for the production.

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

Enter and maintain production data in the studio's production database to reflect scheduled, in-progress, and completed departmental work. Collaborate with other coordinators and leads to keep all data accurate and current.

Schedule meetings at the request of the Production Manager and Leads. Proactively maintain the calendar with updates on deadlines and conflicts. Manage the schedules of key personnel as requested.

Ensure proper preparation for all meetings and reviews. Record and publish notes from meetings and reviews that accurately reflect action items and an appropriate sense of urgency.

Work closely with Producer and Production Manager to provide updates on schedules and deliverables for all artist shots as assigned

Update Shotgun and tracking systems on a daily basis with task assignments

Ensure daily deliverables are clearly identified within artist teams

Coordinate and package shot deliveries and submissions

Collect, organize and track the progress of all assigned tasks

Support creative and production teams with scheduling tasks and delivering components according to the defined timeline

Act as a point of coordination for work that enters and leaves the department, providing administrative support as needed to ensure that communications are accurate and complete.

Proactively respond to requests for information and assistance from those within and outside of the department.

Help maintain a positive team environment.

Effectively listen to, understand, and follow directions

Prioritize and plan own work effectively to meet objectives

Work closely with the team to create balanced solutions to any related technical issues

Participate in production meetings and adjust/refine tasks as indicated by the production manager

Be aware of what is happening on the team at all times and identify obstacles to the production manager

Carry out duties in a professional and positive manner

WHAT YOU BRING:

1-2 years of previous production experience working on an animated TV series, feature film, or video game production preferred

Previous Production Assistant experience an asset

Understanding of production terminology and the production environment.

Computer literacy and ability to work with database as well as standard word-processing and spreadsheet software.

Ability to work autonomously and on a team.

Ability to maintain focus on detailed priorities in a dynamic work environment.

Ability to self-organize and follow organization system of the department.

Ability to proactively anticipate the needs of production, with great attention to detail

Ability to take direction, collaborate, and be a team player

Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time efficiently

WHY WORK AT DHX MEDIA:

DHX Media delivers content that inspires, entertains and connects. But we create more than just animation, we build worlds and experiences for kids around the world. At our studios, quality, creativity and fun go hand in hand! Our teams dig into a diverse range of projects – from preschool and comedy to action-adventure – while enjoying awesome benefits, perks, and a whole lot of fun along the way. With some of Canada’s top creative talents, our studios are bursting with energy. So what are you waiting for? Come join us!

THANK YOU to all those who express interest in being a part of the DHX Studios team. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we receive, we may be unable to reply to all applicants. If we feel that you may be a good match for one of our current openings you will be contacted.